Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $272,500 total settlements.
Roa, Wilson vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 711961/2018,
Supreme Court - Queens, August 14, 2018, ended November 21, 2022
$250,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On February 24, 2018, at the intersection of 76th Street and 41st Avenue in the County of Queens, Plaintiff was assaulted, battered, handcuffed and falsely arrested without probable cause by Defendants Police Officers Andrew Burgos and John Does. Defendants acted intentionally, recklessly and with the disregard of the consequences of their actions, causing Plaintiff severe emotional distress. Defendants screated and submitted an erroneous police report and to initiate a prosecution in bad faith. Defendants actions caused Plaintiff severe injuries and great pain, distress, mental anguish and psychological trauma.
Joubert, Jose vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 002419/2015,
Supreme Court - Kings, April 9, 2015, ended July 10, 2015
$22,500 Settlement